Thursday, July 30, 2015

“Benjamin Rush (who signed the Declaration of...

“Benjamin Rush (who signed the Declaration of Independence) founded our home, the College of Physicians, in 1787. He always wanted a medicinal plant garden so doctors could replenish their medicine chests. Well, we got one, but not until 150 years later! Now the garden is a living "exhibit” with dozens of species. #medicinal #plant #garden #botanic #medicine #medical #medicinalplants #medicinalherbs #herbal #physician #museum #philadelphia #phillygram #instagarden" By muttermuseum on Instagram.